Casablancas told Santiago newspaper La Tercera (via Strokes News) that he's aiming for a September release date for his next album, which will be credited to Julian Casablancas + the Voidz. Describing his influences for the album, he mentioned Sébastien Tellier and Black Flag.

Speaking with La Tercera, Casablancas also said the Strokes have plans to record and play live (via NME). "We're trying to carry on as friends, taking it easy, recording a couple of songs, and do a couple of shows," he said. The band has already confirmed a headlining set at New York's Governors Ball fest (Casablancas will also play a solo set).

Casablancas and the Voidz premiered a few songs from the upcoming record during SXSW, including "2231", "Biz Dog", "The Phantom of Liberty (Arabic Jam)", and "Dr. Acula"